Bangkok, Thailand (May 30, 2024) – IAAPA Expo Asia concluded today at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center in Bangkok, having returned to Thailand after 17 years. The vibrant setting welcomed 4,623 verified attendees, fostering valuable networking opportunities and insightful discussions amongst industry leaders. The event highlighted the latest trends, with 352 exhibiting companies presenting their innovative products and services to a pool of 3,187 qualified buyers from 2,480 companies.
IAAPA Expo Asia, a key event for the leisure and attractions industry, gathered professionals and enthusiasts from around the Asia Pacific region to explore innovations, connect with industry leaders, and celebrate the resilience and growth of the sector.
“IAAPA Expo Asia 2024 delivered a solid and respectable show,” said Jakob Wahl, President and Chief Executive Officer of IAAPA. “We are pleased to see our community come together in person to exchange ideas and showcase the future of the attractions industry.”
Jack Chan, executive director, and vice president for IAAPA Asia and Pacific, added, “Bangkok served as a fantastic host city, providing a fitting backdrop for this event. The support of our members, partners, and exhibitors has been essential to the success of IAAPA Expo Asia 2024, and we appreciate their dedication to our industry.”
The education sessions, a cornerstone of every IAAPA Expo, covered a wide range of topics for our members, including animal interaction trends, water park roundtables, and crafting unforgettable guest services in theme parks.
Next year’s IAAPA Expo Asia will take place from July 1-3, 2025, in Shanghai. So far, 168 companies have contracted for 4,986 square meters of exhibit space.
Thank you to our IAAPA Expo Asia 2024 Sponsors:
accesso, Activate, Brogent Technologies Inc., Capturelife, DOF Robotics, Gateway Ticketing Systems, Leisure Development Partners LLP, Outdoor Factory, Polin Waterparks, PGAV Destinations, Semnox Solutions LLC, Storibox, Storyland Studios, Inc., TAIT, Vekoma Rides Manufacturing B.V., Water Technology Inc.
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About IAAPA
IAAPA is a diverse and dynamic community of global attractions professionals. As the largest international trade association for permanently located attractions, IAAPA unifies the attractions community, connects people to learn and grow together, and strives to promote the highest professional standards for excellence and safety around the world.
Founded in 1918, IAAPA represents leading industry attractions and supplier companies, consultants, and individual members from more than 100 countries. Members include professionals from amusement parks, theme parks, attractions, water parks, resorts, family entertainment centers, zoos, aquariums, science centers, museums, cruise lines, manufacturers, and suppliers.
The association’s global headquarters and North America office are in Orlando, Florida, U.S. IAAPA also maintains offices in Brussels, Belgium; Hong Kong, China; Shanghai, China; and, Mexico City, Mexico. Visit IAAPA.org or connect through IAAPA’s social media channels: @IAAPAHQ #IAAPA
